OS topic 8 – Processors and hardware Flashcards
1
Q
A platform refers to the combination of h_________ and s___________ that forms the foundation for running applications.
A
hardware and software
2
Q
Moving an application to a new platform is known as p_____________.
A
porting
3
Q
Computer Architecture
The p__________ used in a computer system is the most important aspect of the architecture that an operating system must work with.
A
processor
4
Q
Computer Architecture
A processor instruction set is a set of m_________ l____________ instructions that a processor can execute.
A
machine language instructions
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